About history hyenas

History Hyenas is not your typical history podcast—and that’s the point.

Hosted by comedians Chris Distefano and Yannis Pappas, History Hyenas takes the past and rips it out of the textbook, dropping it straight into the chaos of modern comedy. The show blends sharp improvisation, deep (and sometimes wildly questionable) historical dives, and an unapologetically raw sense of humor that turns figures like Alexander the Great, Napoleon, and Teddy Roosevelt into larger-than-life characters you’d swear you already know.

At its core, History Hyenas is about making history accessible—and hilarious. Episodes bounce between real historical events, off-the-rails impressions, and recurring bits that fans come to love, like “Is It Gay?” and “Wild Facts.” No topic is too serious to be dissected, and no joke is too absurd to land—because the show thrives in that unpredictable space between education and total nonsense.

But beneath the jokes is something real: a genuine curiosity about how the past shapes who we are today. Whether breaking down empires, wars, or cultural shifts, Chris and Yannis approach history like storytellers first—finding the human, messy, ridiculous elements that often get left out.

The “Hyenas” fanbase becomes part of the show’s identity, building a community that appreciates both the laughs and the learning. Live shows, Patreon episodes, and fan interactions help turn the podcast into more than just something you listen to—it’s something you’re part of.

History Hyenas is chaotic, unfiltered, and sometimes completely unhinged—but that’s exactly why it works. It proves that history doesn’t have to be boring. Sometimes, it just needs a couple of comedians willing to call it like it is.